150th Anniversary of the Origin of Species

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The discussion centers around the 150th anniversary of Charles Darwin's "Origin of Species," particularly focusing on a special abridged edition being released with an introduction by Ray Comfort. Participants explore the implications of this edition, its content, and the broader context of evolution versus Intelligent Design.

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  • One participant notes that the abridged edition aims to present alternatives to evolution and includes a gospel message while criticizing Darwin's character.
  • Another participant mentions the existence of multiple editions of "Origin of Species," suggesting that page numbering may vary due to added material, which raises questions about the integrity of the new edition.
  • Several posts link to merchandise related to evolution, with some participants suggesting that such items are intended to provoke discussion or ridicule opposing views.
  • A participant references a previous discussion on the topic, indicating that this is not the first time these issues have been raised in the forum.

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Participants express differing views on the nature and intent of the new edition, with some questioning its authenticity and others focusing on the cultural implications of related merchandise. No consensus is reached regarding whether the book has been altered.

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There are mentions of varying editions of "Origin of Species," which may affect the comparison of content and page numbers. The discussion also touches on the contentious nature of the evolution versus Intelligent Design debate.

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As some of you may be aware, the 150th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s Origin of Species is later this month, the 24th to be precise. In one week from today, a special abridged edition of the book, with a 50 page introduction written by Ray Comfort will be given away at top universities around the country.

The goal of the introduction is to provide the alternatives to evolution justified scientifically by presenting both sides of the argument. This introduction wants to provide the ‘opposing, and correct view’ of Intelligent Design by presenting a clear gospel message while attacking Darwin’s character.

They say that the original version of the text is unaltered, and that Ray Comfort’s name will be on the cover to indicate that he is the author is the edition, but his name isn’t there, and the book is considerably shorter than the other 150th anniversary editions (granted the dimensions of this book on amazon.com are slightly bigger, but the other 150th edition is almost twice as long).

Does anyone know if the book has been altered? Thoughts?

http://www.livingwaters.com/index.php?id=383&option=com_content&task=view"

http://assets.livingwaters.com/pdf/OriginofSpecies.pdf"

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0882709194/?tag=pfamazon01-20
No mention of Ray Comfort and very mixed reviews, as you might expect.
 
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I don't know if it has been altered, however there were 6-7 editions of Origin of The Species with extra material added so the page numbering doesn't necessarily add-up.
ps. the original is completely unreadable anyway.
 
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Humor?

http://promo.aaas.org/images/Marketing/2009-fall-gift/darwin/darwin_landing3.html

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mgb_phys said:
Too many to show here http://shop.cafepress.ca/evolution

Too bad you can't wear any of that without upsetting a bunch of people. But it seems like those shirts are meant to incite a discussion/argument.
 
No they are meant to ridicule idiots - much more satisfying
 

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